The average train between Central London and Bolton takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Central London to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Central London and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Central London is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Russell Square station and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Central London to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Central London station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Central London to Bolton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Euston station.
Central London to Bolton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Central London and Bolton is 273.3 km. The road distance is 329 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m.